What's Happening

  Weekly Update
 Week of Aug 12, 2024
506.450.7849
https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com
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We need 250ml Mason jars to make more jam!
 
The winner of the 50/50 at breakfast, Aug. 3rd was Gordon.  The pot was $214!
 
This Week:
Cryptic Crosswords Lite - clue: Make 50 go into 50/50! (5 letters, V _ _ _ _ ) Hint: The “make” is not a draw but a drive! Therefore, play with the numbers separately, by moving the Roman numeral for 50 into a doubling of the Roman numeral for 5 joined to a lookalike letter for 0. Come and learn step-by-step clue-solving skills at Cryptic Crosswords Lite, Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm until August 27th.  *Answer at the end of this Update.
Salsa Dance Lessons –Remaining class of this session is Wednesday, August 14th at 6:00pm.  Cost $5 per class. Wear sneakers.
On-going:
 
Auction 45 – Fridays, 1:00 pm - Come and join others for games and fun.
Later this month:
 
Lunch Around Freddy- Wednesday, Aug. 21st at 11:30 am - Boston Pizza. Call or sign up at the Centre no later than noon on Aug 20th
Forum-  Legacy of Terry Fox- Wednesday Aug. 28 at 1:30pm
Garrison Night Market- Thursday, Aug. 29th - The Centre will have a table at the Market and would appreciate it if members stop by and say hi!  Jam and Biscuits for sale!
Summer BBQ – Friday, Aug. 30th at 11:30.  More details to follow next week.
 
Yard & Bake Sale – Saturday, Aug. 31st.   We will be renting tables and accepting donations for the Centre’s tables. There will be bake goods for sale. You may book your table by calling the Centre at 506-450-7849. There will be an opportunity to set up from 4:00 to 5:30 pm, on Friday evening (Aug 30th).
 
Community News:
 Calling All Seniors in Fredericton!
Are you living in an older home?
Are you experiencing high energy bills?
Are you worried about your home temperature during summer heatwaves and winter storms?
The Conservation Council of New Brunswick wants to hear your story!
We are looking for senior participants to share their experiences in a video interview about the impact of home energy affordability and efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to highlight how climate change, such as heat waves and harsh winters, affects your comfort and daily life at home.
 
Jim Campbell Jazz Trio – Friday, August 16th, 7pm at York County Cider, 38 Main St., Fredericton.
 
From the Library- The upcoming Story Time for Grown-Ups here at the library, will be starting at around 3:15 PM on 17 August 2024, and will run until around 4:30 PM. The reading will take place in the River Reading Room, which is on the second floor; there is an elevator, and there will be directional signage, as well.
 
Towards a kinder, more caring world-In this short film, Daniel Emuna shares the ways in which we are all connected to each other. He paints a beautiful picture of how small, collective action contributes to a world full of more kindness, love, and compassion.
To view the video and the transcript: https://grateful.org/resource/i-see-you/
Running time: 10:02
 
“A meaningful like must be a playful life.” (Br. David Steindl-Rast)
 
*Cryptic Crosswords Lite: Volvo